Test indications

Gastrointestinal disorders

Bloating

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Abdominal pain

Intestinal permeability

Chronic inflammation

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

Hormonal imbalance

Digestive complaints

Metabolic and weight concerns

Constipation

Immune system health concerns

Diarrhoea

Accurate assessment of the microbiome, gut function and environment to restore balance

14 functional microbial markers

Uncover the microbiome impacts on overall health through microbial diversity, consumption and production.

7 gastrointestinal health markers

Get an assessment of gut function and environment from six diagnostic markers, plus faecal pH as an investigational marker.

Insights on 28,000+ microbial species*

See the microbial species and their function with shotgun metagenomic sequencing that can detect and analyse over 28,000+ microbial species*.

What's included

For practitioners (in the report)

  • Diagnostic clinical1 and research2 insights
  • Diagnostic gastrointestinal markers
  • Expert Summary
  • Investigative gastrointestinal marker
  • Microbiome community insights
  • Report Sharing
  • Presence and relative abundance of bacterial species within a range of genera
  • Production of microbial metabolites
  • Emerging markers
  • Microbiome consumption of mucin & oxalate²
  • Whole microbiome profiling of all fungi species
  • Whole microbiome profiling of parasites
  • Gut microbiome impact on health categories

For patients (in the sampling kit)

  • Instruction booklet
  • Checklist
  • Collection paper
  • Swab
  • Pot
  • Rectangular device
  • Ice brick
  • Collection stickers x 2
  • Pouch A
  • Pouch B
  • Kit box
  • Reply-paid envelope
  • Thermal pouch

What you'll get

Functional gut insights

Move beyond species detection.

  • Microbial diversity score
  • GI markers & 14 functional microbiome markers
  • See microbiome’s potential contribution to inflammation, barrier integrity, and motility

Evidence-backed Next Steps

Design management plans with confidence.

  • Personalised insights for diet, lifestyle, and supplements
  • Research-backed guidance—no guesswork
  • Tailored to each patient profile

Two Test Panels, One Report

No more test stacking.

  • Whole microbiome sequencing panel
  • Gastrointestinal health marker panel

Clinical Support Beyond the Report

You’re never on your own.

  • 1:1 interpretation calls with Clinical Specialists
  • Interpretation guides, videos and checklists
  • Mentoring, webinars and patient handouts

How it works

1. Practitioner referral

Register with your clinical registration details so you can refer a test to your patient via our practitioner portal.

2. Patient Purchase & Collection

The patient purchases the test via the payment link and receives the test kit to their address. After collecting the sample, the patient ships it to our lab with a prepaid package.

3. Results & Report Delivery

Test results will be available as an interactive report in the practitioner portal within 14 days of sample receipt. You can share a patient-friendly version of the report via email.

4. Book Interpretation Support

Book a time with a Clinical Application Specialist for guidance if you require clinical support for a complex case, or you’re new to whole microbiome testing.

Sampling instructions video

Ready to personalise your care with MetaXplore GI?

Your questions, answered

What are microbial markers? Why are they relevant to my client?

The microbial markers assess the number of microbial cells within the microbiome that have the functional potential to either produce microbial metabolites or consume compounds. In addition, microbial richness and diversity are considered microbial markers as well.

What GI health markers are included? What is an investigative gastrointestinal marker?

Diagnostic gastrointestinal health markers include calprotectin, faecal occult blood, lactoferrin, pancreatic elastase, secretory IgA and zonulin.

Faecal pH is provided as a result in the gastrointestinal health markers as an investigative gastrointestinal marker that may be indicative of gut transit time. The faeces pH assay used in the MetaXplore™ range is for research use only and not to be used as a basis for diagnosis.

What are the health categories? How are they linked to the gut?

The health categories represent different aspects of gut function and health, as well as mechanisms by which the microbiome influences systemic health. These include intestinal motility, intestinal inflammation, intestinal barrier, systemic inflammation, digestive secretions and detox/retox.

How do I get started, and can I see a sample report before committing?

Absolutely. You can view the sample report anytime. To begin using MetaXplore, simply register as a practitioner. There’s no upfront commitment—just access to better tools for better care.

What makes shotgun metagenomics different from other testing methods?

Metagenomics (also known as shotgun metagenomics) is the most comprehensive DNA sequencing method that:

  • Captures all microbes in a sample, allowing you to see not just bacteria, but also fungi, parasites, and archaea.
  • Identifies all microbes at the species level, providing a precise understanding of which microbes are present in your client’s microbiome.
  • Measures microbes with the capacity to consume or create compounds, resulting in a complete picture of microbiome function.